Marvel has released the highly-anticipated first trailer for the Joss Whedon-directed "The Avengers," uniting Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Sam Jackson, Chris Hemsworth and more as the Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "The Avengers" #17. Written by Brian Michael Bendis with art by John Romita Jr. and an Alan Davis cover, the issue hits stores September 21.

Agent Phil Coulson heads to New Mexico in a preview of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor’s Hammer," a short film included on the Blu-Ray and DVD release of "Captain America: The First Avenger."

Marvel has released an exceptionally cryptic Avengers-themed teaser image promoting a project to debut in December, with no creative teams or characters revealed. CBR will cover the announcement LIVE on September 14.

Images from the New York set of "The Avengers" reveal most of the ensemble cast in one location, provide the best look yet at Hawkeye and give a good indication of Stan Lee’s cameo. Warning: Potential spoilers!